D HSK 7-9 Vocabulary

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Pinyin D

都会 dū huì Metropolis; a large, densely populated urban center. A formal or literary term for a major city.
德 dé Virtue; morality; moral character; ethical conduct. Refers to inner moral excellence and the upright behaviour that flows from it.
帝国 dì guó Empire; a large political unit ruled by an emperor or a dominant power that controls multiple territories or peoples.
定义 dìng yì Definition; the precise statement of the meaning of a word, concept, or phenomenon.
地理 dì lǐ Geography; the physical features, terrain, and spatial characteristics of a place or region.
逮捕 dài bǔ To arrest; to apprehend and detain a suspect under legal authority.
导弹 dǎo dàn A guided missile; a self-propelled projectile guided to its target. The standard Chinese military term for missiles of all types.
岛屿 dǎo yǔ Islands; a general or collective term for islands. Refers to land masses surrounded by water, whether a single island or an archipelago.
电信 diàn xìn Telecommunications; the transmission of information over distances via electronic means such as telephone, internet, or radio.
得知 dé zhī To learn of; to come to know; to find out. Describes receiving information about something, often formally or through a specific channel.
登陆 dēng lù To land; to come ashore; (military) to make a landing; to make landfall (of a storm). Also: to log in to a digital system or platform.
大选 dà xuǎn General election; national election. A noun referring to major nationwide elections, typically for a country's president or parliament.
多元 duō yuán Pluralistic; diverse; multi-faceted. Encompassing multiple elements, perspectives, or values simultaneously.
当今 dāng jīn The present time; nowadays; the current era. Refers to the contemporary world or current state of affairs.
地狱 dì yù Hell; the underworld. A place of punishment after death in religious or mythological traditions; figuratively, an extremely harsh or mise...
大臣 dà chén Minister; high official; court official. A noun referring to senior government officials, especially in historical imperial contexts.
抵制 dǐ zhì To boycott; to resist; to oppose. To actively reject or refuse to engage with something one finds unacceptable — applied to consumer boyc...
地质 dì zhì Geology; the composition, structure, and history of the earth's crust and rock formations.
丁 dīng The fourth of the ten Heavenly Stems; an adult male person; a small cube or dice-cut piece of food.
董事 dǒng shì Board member; company director. A member of the board of directors who participates in the governance and strategic decision-making of a ...
当事人 dāng shì rén The party directly involved in an event, dispute, or legal matter; the person concerned or affected.
导师 dǎo shī An academic supervisor or tutor; a mentor or guide. In modern Chinese academia, specifically the professor who supervises a graduate stud...
董事会 dǒng shì huì Board of directors. The governing body of a corporation or organisation, composed of elected directors who collectively oversee managemen...
大厦 dà shà Building; mansion; edifice. A formal noun for a large, imposing building.
斗 dòu To fight, struggle against, or compete. Used for physical combat, ideological struggle, or competitive contests.
盗 dào To steal; to rob; to take by theft. A verb and root morpheme meaning to take something unlawfully. Functions independently in formal cont...
独 dú Alone; solely; only; by oneself. Used as an adverb to emphasize exclusivity or solitude.
董事长 dǒng shì zhǎng Chairman of the board of directors. The highest-ranking officer of a corporation's board, who presides over board meetings and often repr...
当日 dāng rì That day; the same day; on the day in question. Refers to a specific day already established in context.
大地 dà dì The earth; the land; the ground. A poetic noun referring to the earth's surface as a whole.
大气 dà qì Atmosphere; air; generous/grand (manner). A noun with scientific and colloquial meanings.
短暂 duǎn zàn Brief, fleeting, or short-lived. Describes something that lasts only a short time, often with an emotional sense of impermanence or poign...
地域 dì yù Region; territory; a geographical area or zone defined by physical, cultural, or administrative boundaries.
弟子 dì zǐ Disciple; pupil; follower. A student who studies under a master in a formal or traditional apprenticeship relationship.
大队 dà duì A large group; brigade; production brigade. A noun referring to a sizable organized unit of people.
单身 dān shēn Single; unmarried; without a romantic partner.
当下 dāng xià At the present moment; right now; immediately. Can refer to the current time period or to instantaneous action.
多心 duō xīn Oversensitive; suspicious; touchy. Being overly concerned about others' intentions or actions, often seeing slight where none exists.
大数据 dà shù jù Big data. A noun referring to extremely large datasets that require advanced methods to analyze.
打倒 dǎ dǎo To overthrow; to knock down; to defeat. A verb with strong connotations of bringing down an adversary, regime, or obstacle.
顶级 dǐng jí Top-tier; world-class; of the highest level, grade, or prestige in a given field.
爹 diē Dad; father. A colloquial and dialectal term for one's father, with a warm and rustic tone.
导向 dǎo xiàng To guide or orient toward a goal or direction; the guiding orientation or principle behind a policy, design, or approach.
大片 dà piàn Blockbuster (film); large area; expanse. A noun with two main meanings: a major film production or a vast stretch of something.
担当 dān dāng To take on (a role or responsibility); a sense of responsibility and commitment to one's duties.
盯 dīng To stare fixedly at; to watch intently; to keep a close eye on someone or something without looking away.
电报 diàn bào Telegram; telegraph message. A message transmitted via electrical signals, historically sent through wire networks.
度假 dù jià To go on vacation; to take a holiday away from regular work and daily life for rest and recreation.
短缺 duǎn quē Shortage; an insufficient supply of something needed. Used when a resource, commodity, or personnel falls critically short of demand.
兑换 duì huàn To exchange; to convert one form of currency, points, or goods into another at a specified rate.
动荡 dòng dàng To be in turmoil; turbulent. As an adjective, unstable, volatile, or chaotic.
冻结 dòng jié To freeze; to suspend, halt, or immobilize something. Used for assets, accounts, funds, or relations being put on hold.
到位 dào wèi In place; thorough; fully realized; up to standard. Describes something done completely, correctly, or to the required level of quality.
钉 dìng To nail; to fasten by hammering. To fix something securely in place with a nail or by driving something in.
独家 dú jiā Exclusive; sole-source. Refers to content, rights, deals, or reports obtained or held by one party alone.
当晚 dàng wǎn That evening; the evening of the day in question. Refers back to a specific evening already established in context.
奠定 diàn dìng To lay the foundation for; to establish firmly; to put in place the basis upon which something is built.
对策 duì cè Countermeasure; a strategy or plan devised in response to a specific problem, challenge, or adversarial situation.
大体 dà tǐ Generally; on the whole; for the most part. An adverb indicating an approximate or overall view.
地步 dì bù State; condition; a point or degree reached, usually negative. Describes the extent to which a situation has deteriorated or the degree o...
底层 dǐ céng Bottom layer; ground floor; lower social stratum. Either the literal lowest level of a structure, or the lowest socioeconomic class in so...
导航 dǎo háng To navigate; to guide a vessel, vehicle, or person along a route. Also a noun for navigation systems or services.
堕落 duò luò To degenerate; to fall into depravity; to decline morally. Abandoning previously held standards of virtue or professional conduct.
道具 dào jù Prop; stage property; theatrical accessory. A noun referring to objects used in film, theatre, or other performances to create atmosphere...
钓鱼 diào yú To fish; to go fishing with a rod and line. Figuratively, to lure or entrap someone, especially through deceptive schemes.
兑现 duì xiàn To honour; to make good on a promise, commitment, or cheque. To convert into actual results or cash.
对称 duì chèn Symmetrical; having exact correspondence in form, size, or arrangement on both sides of a dividing line or around a central point.
蛋白质 dàn bái zhì Protein; a class of large biomolecules essential for bodily structure, function, and regulation.
典范 diǎn fàn Model; paragon; exemplar. A person or thing serving as an outstanding example worthy of emulation.
多余 duō yú Superfluous; redundant; unnecessary. As a verb, to be in excess.
订单 dìng dān Purchase order; order form. A formal request to buy goods or services, typically in a commercial transaction.
对照 duì zhào To compare; to examine two or more things side by side to identify similarities and differences. Also used as a noun meaning contrast or ...
带头 dài tóu To take the lead; to be the first; to set an example. A verb phrase meaning to be at the forefront or initiate an action for others to fo...
雕塑 diāo sù To sculpt; the art of sculpting. Also a sculpture or three-dimensional artwork created by carving or modelling materials.
动用 dòng yòng To mobilise; to deploy; to draw on or make use of (resources, personnel, authority, or funds). Implies the deliberate activation of somet...
担 dān To carry on a shoulder pole; to bear or shoulder (a responsibility, burden, or risk).
低下 dī xià Low; inferior; of poor quality or status. Describes something that falls below an acceptable standard — in social rank, ability, quality,...
多年来 duō nián lái Over many years; for many years; throughout the years. A temporal phrase indicating that something has persisted or developed across an e...
夺冠 duó guàn To win the championship; to claim the title; to take first place in a competition.
颠覆 diān fù To overturn; to subvert; to completely overthrow or undermine an established system, order, or belief.
定居 dìng jū To settle; to establish a permanent home. The act of choosing a location and making it one's long-term or permanent place of residence.
栋 dòng Measure word for buildings, especially houses, apartment blocks, or other standalone structures.
丢脸 diū liǎn To lose face; to be embarrassing; to bring shame upon oneself. Describes an act or situation that causes public embarrassment or damages ...
倒霉 dǎo méi To be unlucky; to have bad luck. An adjective and verb phrase expressing misfortune or ill fate, used colloquially to describe unfortunat...
点子 diǎn zi Idea; bright idea; a clever suggestion or creative solution to a problem.
搭乘 dā chéng To take (transportation); to travel by. A formal verb meaning to ride or travel on a vehicle.
垫 diàn To pad; to cushion; to place something underneath as a support or buffer. Also: to advance money temporarily on someone's behalf.
躲避 duǒ bì To dodge; to avoid; to evade. Deliberately staying away from something or someone to escape confrontation or harm.
打仗 dǎ zhàng To fight a war; to go to battle; to be at war. A colloquial expression for engaging in military conflict.
丢失 diū shī To lose; to go missing. Refers to the unintentional loss or disappearance of something, whether physical items, data, documents, or abstr...
档次 dàng cì Grade, level, or tier of quality, status, or price. Used to categorise things or people according to a hierarchical standard.
倒数 dào shǔ To count backward; to count in reverse order. Also used as a modifier meaning last or bottom-ranked when counting from the end.
担负 dān fù To shoulder; to bear (a mission, task, or responsibility); to be responsible for.
低估 dī gū To underestimate; to undervalue. To assess something or someone as less capable, important, or significant than they actually are.
订购 dìng gòu To order; to purchase in advance. Making a formal request for goods or services to be delivered at a later time.
雕刻 diāo kè To carve; to engrave. Also the art or product of carving — a sculpture or engraving created by cutting into a hard material such as stone...
搭建 dā jiàn To build; to construct; to set up. A verb meaning to put together a structure, platform, or framework.
大局 dà jú The overall situation; the big picture; general interest. A noun referring to the broader context or collective welfare beyond individual...
但愿 dàn yuàn To hope; to wish; used to express a sincere but uncertain desire that something will happen or be true.
顶尖 dǐng jiān Top-tier; at the very pinnacle; the most outstanding or elite. Refers to the highest level of achievement, quality, or excellence.
订立 dìng lì To conclude; to establish; to draw up. Used when formally creating or entering into a binding contract, treaty, or agreement.
定向 dìng xiàng To orient towards a specific direction or target; directional; targeted. Describes actions, training, or resources deliberately aimed at ...
顿时 dùn shí All at once; suddenly and immediately. Describes an abrupt change of state or atmosphere that happens in an instant.
帝国主义 dì guó zhǔ yì Imperialism; a policy or ideology in which a powerful nation extends its power and influence over other nations through political, econom...
倒塌 dǎo tā To collapse; to fall down; to topple over. A verb describing the structural collapse of buildings, walls, bridges, or other physical stru...
盗窃 dào qiè To steal; to commit theft. A verb and noun referring to the unlawful taking of property. The standard legal and formal term for theft.
得罪 dé zuì To offend; to displease; to get on someone's bad side. Describes inadvertently or deliberately causing offence and making an enemy of som...
点评 diǎn píng To comment on; to critique; to offer a brief evaluative assessment. Also used as a noun: a brief critique or commentary.
丢掉 diū diào To lose; to throw away; to discard. Covers both accidental loss and deliberate casting aside of something.
低调 dī diào Low-key; understated; keeping a low profile. Describes someone or something that avoids drawing attention or making a grand display.
打招呼 dǎ zhāo hu To greet; to say hello; to give a heads-up. A verb phrase describing acknowledging someone's presence or informing someone in advance.
底线 dǐ xiàn Bottom line; baseline; moral or ethical limit that must not be crossed; minimum acceptable standard.
大幅度 dà fú dù By a large margin; to a great extent; significantly. An adverbial phrase indicating substantial change or difference.
代号 dài hào Code name; designation; alias. A noun referring to a name or number used in place of a real name for secrecy or identification.
低价 dī jià Low price; reduced price. A price that is significantly below the standard or market rate.
抵押 dǐ yā To mortgage; to pledge as collateral. To offer property or assets as security for a loan or obligation.
递交 dì jiāo To submit; to hand over; to formally present a document, report, or application to an authority.
地下水 dì xià shuǐ Groundwater; water that exists beneath the earth's surface in soil pores and rock fractures.
抵御 dǐ yù To resist; to defend against; to ward off. To successfully protect against an attack, danger, or adverse force.
调度 diào dù To dispatch; to coordinate and dynamically allocate resources, personnel, or vehicles. As a noun, the dispatcher or the act of coordination.
定为 dìng wéi To designate as; to determine to be; to officially classify or categorise something as a specific type, status, or category.
独一无二 dú yī wú èr One of a kind; unique; without equal. Used to describe something or someone that is completely unmatched or singular.
大肆 dà sì Wantonly; unscrupulously; without restraint. An adverb describing actions done boldly and excessively, usually with negative connotations.
渡过 dù guò To cross or pass over a body of water; figuratively, to get through or overcome a difficult period, crisis, or challenge.
耽误 dān wu To delay; to miss (an opportunity, deadline, or chance); to cause harm or loss through delay.
灯笼 dēng long Lantern; paper lantern. A traditional decorative light made of paper, silk, or other material stretched over a frame.
电讯 diàn xùn Telecommunications; a telecommunication dispatch or news wire message. Often used in the context of news agencies or official communiqués...
代理人 dài lǐ rén Agent; representative; proxy. A noun referring to someone authorized to act on behalf of another person or organization.
敦促 dūn cù To urge earnestly; to press someone to take action, often used in official or diplomatic contexts where one party exerts formal pressure ...
大宗 dà zōng Large quantity; bulk; major category. Can function as an adjective (large-scale, wholesale) or noun (commodities, major items).
打量 dǎ liang To look someone up and down; to size up; to scrutinize. A verb describing the action of examining someone or something carefully with one...
地毯 dì tǎn Carpet; rug. A thick fabric floor covering used for decoration, insulation, or comfort.
动向 dòng xiàng Trend; direction of movement; development trajectory. The observable direction in which a situation, organisation, market, or group is he...
逗 dòu To tease; to amuse; to play with. As an adjective, funny or amusing.
代言人 dài yán rén Spokesperson; brand ambassador; endorser. A noun for someone who publicly represents or promotes a brand, cause, or organization.
巅峰 diān fēng Peak; pinnacle; apex. The highest point of achievement, ability, or development.
点心 diǎn xin Dim sum; pastries; light snacks. Small bite-sized food items typically served as snacks or alongside tea.
打交道 dǎ jiāo dao To deal with; to have contact with; to interact. Describes the process of engaging or having dealings with people or entities.
当真 dàng zhēn To take seriously; to believe as true. As an adverb, really, actually, indeed.
抵触 dǐ chù To conflict with; to be averse to; to resist. Describes a clash between ideas or rules, or a psychological resistance to something.
动工 dòng gōng To start construction; to break ground on a project. The official commencement of building or engineering work.
杜绝 dù jué To completely eliminate or put a total stop to something undesirable. Implies thorough eradication rather than mere prevention or reduction.
督促 dū cù To supervise and urge; to press someone to complete a task; to oversee and push forward progress.
对峙 duì zhì To stand in confrontation; a tense standoff between two opposing parties, neither of which is willing to back down.
悼念 dào niàn To mourn; to grieve for; to commemorate. A verb expressing sorrow and remembrance for someone who has passed away, typically in a formal ...
淡化 dàn huà To dilute; to play down; to weaken the intensity, significance, or visibility of something.
断裂 duàn liè To fracture, split apart, or rupture completely. Used for physical materials breaking under stress, geological faults, or metaphorical se...
到头来 dào tóu lái In the end; ultimately; when all is said and done. An adverb indicating the final outcome of a process, often with a sense of irony or di...
当着 dāng zhe In the presence of; in front of (someone). Indicates that an action takes place with specific people witnessing it.
颠倒 diān dǎo To invert; to turn upside down; to reverse the order or relationship of things.
电网 diàn wǎng Power grid; electricity grid. The interconnected network of transmission lines, substations, and infrastructure that distributes electric...
雕 diāo To carve; to engrave; to sculpt by cutting into material. Also a large eagle or raptor.
动静 dòng jing Movement and sound; signs of activity; any audible or visible indication that something is happening or has changed.
对准 duì zhǔn To aim at; to align precisely with a target or reference point. Used for physical targeting, alignment of instruments, and metaphorical f...
地道 dì dào Underground tunnel; underground passage. A passage constructed below ground level for military use, civil defence, or transportation.
倒下 dǎo xia To fall down; to collapse; to go down. A verb describing the act of falling or toppling, used for both people and objects.
堵塞 dǔ sè To block, clog, or congest a passage or channel. Used for traffic congestion, blocked pipelines, or obstructed communication routes.
断定 duàn dìng To conclude or determine with certainty; to make a definitive judgment based on evidence or reasoning. Implies a firm, often irrevocable ...
当面 dāng miàn Face-to-face; in person; directly in the presence of someone. Indicates that communication or action occurs with the person physically pr...
独立自主 dú lì zì zhǔ Independent and self-reliant; acting on one's own initiative without external control or dependence.
掉队 diào duì To fall behind; to drop out of a group or fail to keep pace with others. To lag behind in progress, development, or movement.
电线 diàn xiàn Electric wire; electrical cable. Insulated conductors used to carry electrical current in circuits and wiring systems.
丢弃 diū qì To discard; to abandon; to throw away. To intentionally get rid of something that is no longer needed, wanted, or relevant.
抖 dǒu To shake, tremble, or quiver. Can describe involuntary shaking from cold or fear, or deliberate shaking of an object to dislodge something.
大款 dà kuǎn Rich person; tycoon; big spender. A colloquial noun for someone with a lot of money, often with connotations of flashy spending.
低迷 dī mí Sluggish; depressed; in a slump. Describes a prolonged state of poor performance or low activity, especially in markets or morale.
对白 duì bái Dialogue; the spoken lines exchanged between characters in a play, film, or novel. Refers specifically to the scripted conversational exc...
抵挡 dǐ dǎng To resist; to withstand; to hold off. To successfully block or endure a force, attack, pressure, or temptation.
登机 dēng jī To board a plane; to embark on an aircraft.
叠 dié To fold; to stack; to layer. To place things one on top of another in an orderly arrangement or to fold a piece of material.
兜 dōu To carry or hold something in a cupped or wrapped manner; to go around in a circuit; to canvass or solicit. Also used as a noun meaning p...
打通 dǎ tōng To get through; to connect; to open up. A verb describing successfully establishing a connection or removing barriers.
段落 duàn luò Paragraph; a discrete section of written text. Also used figuratively to describe a phase, stage, or completed portion of a process.
多功能 duō gōng néng Multi-functional; having multiple uses or capabilities within a single product, space, or system.
达标 dá biāo To meet the standard; to reach the required level. A verb describing successful attainment of a benchmark or target.
当心 dāng xīn To be careful; to pay attention; to watch out. Used as a warning or instruction to exercise caution.
歹徒 dǎi tú Villain; criminal; evildoer. A noun referring to a person who commits crimes or harmful acts.
胆子 dǎn zi Courage; nerve; the capacity to face danger or difficulty without fear.
定论 dìng lùn Definitive conclusion; established verdict. A conclusion that is considered final, settled, and not open to further debate or revision.
大面积 dà miàn jī On a large scale; over a wide area; extensive. An adverbial phrase describing something affecting or covering a significant area.
当众 dāng zhòng In public; in front of everyone present; before a crowd or group. Emphasises that an action occurs openly with witnesses.
多边 duō biān Multilateral; involving multiple parties, nations, or sides. Used in diplomacy, trade, and international relations.
瞪 dèng To stare at; to glare at; to glower. Describes fixing an intense, often angry or reproachful gaze on someone.
点火 diǎn huǒ To ignite; to light a fire; to start the combustion process. Also used figuratively to mean to spark conflict or agitation.
丢人 diū rén To disgrace oneself; to be shameful or embarrassing. Describes an act or behaviour that damages one's dignity or social standing in the e...
地段 dì duàn A section or stretch of land; a particular area or location, especially in terms of real estate or urban development.
多亏 duō kuī Thanks to; fortunately because of. Expresses that a positive outcome was made possible by someone's help or a fortunate circumstance.
炖 dùn To braise or stew; to cook food slowly in liquid over low heat for an extended period until tender and flavourful.
钉子 dīng zi A nail (the metal fastener). Figuratively, a stubborn obstacle or an immovable, difficult person who refuses to budge.
动脉 dòng mài Artery; a blood vessel that carries oxygenated blood away from the heart. Figuratively, a main channel or vital route in transportation, ...
捣乱 dǎo luàn To make trouble; to disrupt; to cause chaos. A verb meaning to deliberately interfere with normal proceedings or create disorder.
当务之急 dāng wù zhī jí The most pressing matter at hand; the top priority that must be addressed immediately above all else.
得失 dé shī Gains and losses; pros and cons; success and failure. The balance between what is won and what is lost in any decision or situation.
大家庭 dà jiā tíng Extended family; big family; large household. A noun referring to a family with many members living together or staying closely connected.
打猎 dǎ liè To hunt; to go hunting. A verb describing the activity of pursuing and killing wild animals.
顶多 dǐng duō At most; at the very most. Used to set a ceiling on a quantity, duration, or degree, often to downplay or reassure.
斗志 dòu zhì Fighting spirit; the will, determination, and morale to face challenges or adversaries.
大笔 dà bǐ Large sum (of money); large amount. A noun used to describe a significant quantity, especially of money or writing.
逮 dǎi To catch; to capture; to seize. A colloquial verb meaning to grab or apprehend someone or something.
大意 dà yì General idea; gist; main point. A noun referring to the overall meaning or summary of something.
带队 dài duì To lead a team; to head a group. A verb meaning to guide or be in charge of a team or group activity.
叼 diāo To hold something in the mouth; to grip or clench an object between the teeth without swallowing.
诞辰 dàn chén Birthday; the anniversary of birth. Used in formal or literary contexts, especially for historical figures, dignitaries, or the deceased.
动不动 dòng bu dòng At the slightest provocation; without good reason; always (doing something excessive or negative). Describes habitual, impulsive, or easi...
大惊小怪 dà jīng xiǎo guài To make a fuss over nothing; to be overly surprised; much ado about nothing. An idiom criticizing excessive reactions to minor matters.
第一线 dì yī xiàn The front line; the frontline. The forefront of a field, activity, or battle where the most direct and demanding work takes place.
躲藏 duǒ cáng To hide; to conceal oneself; to take cover. Physically concealing one's presence to avoid detection.
稻草 dào cǎo Straw; rice straw. The dried stalks of rice plants after harvest, used as animal fodder, thatching material, or in traditional crafts.
抵消 dǐ xiāo To offset; to cancel out; to neutralise. When two opposing forces or effects reduce each other, resulting in a diminished or zero net out...
殿堂 diàn táng Hall; palace hall; temple hall. A grand ceremonial space of the highest prestige. Figuratively, the pinnacle or inner sanctum of a field ...
单方面 dān fāng miàn Unilateral; one-sided. Describes actions, decisions, or statements made by only one party in a relationship or negotiation.
灯泡 dēng pào Light bulb; electric bulb. Also colloquially: a 'third wheel' — an unwanted third person intruding on a couple.
对联 duì lián A couplet; a paired set of lines with matching tones, structure, and meaning, written on vertical strips and displayed as decoration, esp...
大吃一惊 dà chī yī jīng To be greatly surprised; to be shocked; to be taken aback. An idiom describing a strong reaction of surprise.
当即 dāng jí Immediately; at once. Indicates that an action was taken without any delay upon receiving information or a directive.
吊销 diào xiāo To revoke; to officially cancel or withdraw a licence, permit, or qualification. An administrative action taken by an authority against a...
订婚 dìng hūn To become engaged; to betroth. The formal agreement between two people — and often their families — to marry.
动身 dòng shēn To set out; to depart on a journey; to leave one's current location and begin travelling to a destination.
带路 dài lù To lead the way; to guide; to show the path. A verb phrase meaning to go ahead and show someone the way.
得当 dé dàng Appropriate; proper; well-handled. Describes an action, response, or decision that is exactly right for the situation.
提防 dī fang To guard against; to be wary of; to watch out for. To maintain alertness toward a potential threat or deceptive person.
堤 dī Embankment; dike; levee. A raised earthen or stone barrier built to prevent flooding or contain a body of water.
得体 dé tǐ Appropriate; proper; in good taste. Describes behaviour, speech, or appearance that fits the occasion perfectly.
动听 dòng tīng Pleasant to hear; melodious; emotionally moving. Describes sound, music, or speech that is beautiful, engaging, or stirring to the listener.
打捞 dǎ lāo To salvage; to dredge up; to fish out. A verb describing the action of retrieving objects from water.
点缀 diǎn zhuì To embellish; to adorn; to add decorative touches that enhance an overall scene or composition.
懂事 dǒng shì Sensible; mature; understanding. Describes a person, especially a child, who is emotionally intelligent, considerate, and behaves in a re...
倒计时 dào jì shí Countdown; to count down. Refers to counting backward from a number to zero, marking the approach of a significant event or deadline.
当之无愧 dāng zhī wú kuì Fully deserving of an honour or title; to merit something without any sense of unworthiness.
端正 duān zhèng Upright, proper, and correct in posture, appearance, or moral character. As a verb, to correct, straighten, or set right one's attitude o...
得力 dé lì Capable; effective; competent. Describes a person who performs reliably and skilfully, or assistance that is genuinely helpful.
掉头 diào tóu To turn around; to do a U-turn. Literally to reverse direction of movement; figuratively to abruptly change one's position, policy, or st...
低谷 dī gǔ Trough; low point; nadir. The lowest period or worst phase in a process, cycle, or life situation.
妒忌 dù jì To feel jealous or envious of another person's advantages, achievements, or qualities. Implies resentment arising from unfavourable compa...
豆子 dòu zi Beans; legumes in general. A colloquial collective term for soybeans, mung beans, red beans, and similar legumes.
得益于 dé yì yú To benefit from; thanks to; owing to. Used to attribute a positive outcome to a contributing person, condition, or factor.
动感 dòng gǎn Dynamism; a sense of movement, vitality, or energy. The quality of something that conveys motion, excitement, or life, whether in design,...
答辩 dá biàn To defend (a thesis or position); oral defense. A verb describing the formal process of defending academic work or responding to accusati...
得手 dé shǒu To succeed; to pull off; to go as planned. Describes completing a mission or scheme successfully, often with an element of cunning or str...
第一手 dì yī shǒu First-hand; direct. Obtained directly from the original source without intermediary.
东道主 dōng dào zhǔ Host; the host party, city, or nation. The person, organisation, or entity that provides hospitality and facilities for an event or gathe...
对得起 duì de qǐ To be worthy of; to live up to someone's trust, sacrifice, or expectations. To do right by a person. The negative form 对不起 is the standar...
耽搁 dān ge To delay; to be held up; to waste time on something. Implies an unwanted pause or interruption in progress.
独身 dú shēn To be single; to remain unmarried or celibate; the state of living alone without a partner.
淀粉 diàn fěn Starch. A carbohydrate polymer found naturally in many plants, widely used in food and industrial applications.
垫底 diàn dǐ To be at the bottom; to rank last. Also: to serve as a foundation or base layer underneath something.
胆怯 dǎn qiè Timid; cowardly; lacking the courage to face challenges or difficulties.
定金 dìng jīn Deposit; earnest money. A legally binding advance payment made to secure a transaction, subject to forfeiture or double-return rules upon...
惦记 diàn jì To keep thinking about; to miss someone or worry about them with lingering concern. To have someone or something on one's mind.
大体上 dà tǐ shang Generally speaking; on the whole; by and large. An adverbial phrase used to introduce general statements.
底蕴 dǐ yùn Underlying substance; cultural depth; inner essence; accumulated wisdom or richness. The deep, often hidden reservoir of knowledge, cultu...
得天独厚 dé tiān dú hòu Uniquely gifted by nature; exceptionally advantaged. Describes having rare natural blessings — geography, talent, resources, or circumsta...
豆浆 dòu jiāng Soy milk; a traditional Chinese beverage made by soaking and grinding soybeans, then boiling the liquid.
凳子 dèng zi Stool; bench without a backrest. A simple seat lacking armrests or back support.
队形 duì xíng Formation; the spatial arrangement of a group of people or units, especially in military drills, sports, dance, or other coordinated grou...
单边 dān biān Unilateral; involving or affecting only one side or party.
大街小巷 dà jiē xiǎo xiàng Every street and alley; all over town; everywhere in the city. An idiom describing widespread presence throughout a place.
刁难 diāo nàn To deliberately make things difficult for someone; to obstruct, harass, or create unnecessary obstacles through cunning or malice.
倒卖 dǎo mài To resell goods at inflated prices for profit; to scalp. A verb describing buying goods cheaply and reselling at a higher price, often im...
断断续续 duàn duàn xù xù Intermittent; occurring in broken intervals with no consistent continuity. On and off; stopping and starting repeatedly.
带头人 dài tóu rén Leader; pioneer; standard-bearer. A noun referring to a person who leads, initiates, or sets the example for others.
笛子 dí zi Dizi; Chinese bamboo transverse flute. A traditional Chinese instrument made from bamboo, known for its bright and expressive tone.
打磨 dǎ mó To polish; to grind; to refine. A verb describing the action of smoothing surfaces or figuratively perfecting skills and work.
低碳 dī tàn Low-carbon; characterized by reduced carbon dioxide emissions. Describes activities, products, or lifestyles that minimize greenhouse gas...
兜售 dōu shòu To hawk; to peddle; to aggressively promote or sell goods, ideas, or services, often with a negative connotation.
单薄 dān bó Thin; frail; weak; lacking in substance or depth. Describes a person's physique, insufficient clothing, or content that lacks rigour.
蹬 dēng To pedal; to step on; to tread; to push off with the foot. Describes applying downward or backward pressure with one or both feet.
点击率 diǎn jī lǜ Click-through rate (CTR); the ratio of clicks to impressions for a digital link, advertisement, or online content.
叮嘱 dīng zhǔ To urge with earnest, repeated advice; to remind or instruct someone emphatically, especially out of genuine care or concern.
独唱 dú chàng To perform a vocal solo; a solo singing performance by a single vocalist.
大同小异 dà tóng xiǎo yì More or less the same; similar with minor differences; much of a muchness. An idiom describing things that are essentially alike despite ...
底子 dǐ zi Foundation; basis; background knowledge; original draft; financial reserve. The underlying base of something — a person's knowledge base,...
动弹 dòng tan To move; to budge; to stir. Most commonly used in negative constructions to indicate being unable to move due to physical constraint, inj...
堤坝 dī bà Dam; embankment and dam structures collectively. Refers to water-control infrastructure that retains or regulates water flow.
堆砌 duī qì To pile up or stack. Figuratively, to overload writing or speech with excessive words, ornate phrases, or decorative language without add...
担子 dàn zi A shoulder pole with loads; burden; the weight of responsibilities or obligations a person must carry.
得不偿失 dé bù cháng shī The gain does not compensate for the loss; not worth the effort or sacrifice. A four-character idiom describing situations where the cost...
定做 dìng zuò To custom-make; to have something made to order or specification. Commissioning a product tailored to particular requirements.
度（知名度） dù degree; level; extent (suffix indicating measurement or degree of something)
垫子 diàn zi Pad; cushion; mat. A flat, soft, or protective material placed beneath or between objects.
陡 dǒu Steep; precipitous; abrupt. Describes slopes, cliffs, or sudden sharp changes in gradient or direction.
栋梁 dòng liáng Ridgepole and beam of a structure; figuratively, a pillar of society — a person of exceptional talent vital to an organization or nation.
淡季 dàn jì Off-season; slack season; a period of reduced business activity or demand.
打搅 dǎ jiǎo To disturb; to bother; to interrupt. A polite verb used when apologizing for taking someone's time or disrupting their activity.
大有可为 dà yǒu kě wéi Full of promise; having great potential; much can be accomplished. An idiom expressing that something or someone has significant prospect...
兜儿 dōur Pocket; a small pouch or bag-like compartment in clothing for holding items. Beijing dialect erhua variant of 兜.
电铃 diàn líng Electric bell; a bell powered by electricity, typically used as a doorbell, school bell, or alarm signal.
大棚 dà péng Greenhouse; polytunnel; large shed. A noun referring to a large covered structure used for growing crops or housing activities.
敦厚 dūn hòu Sincere and kind-hearted; honest, generous, and unpretentious in character. Describes a person of solid moral virtue without ostentation.
夺魁 duó kuí To win first place; to claim the premier title; to take the top prize.
大公无私 dà gōng wú sī Selfless; impartial; putting public interest above personal gain. An idiom describing someone who is completely fair and unselfish.
舵手 duò shǒu Helmsman; steersman. The person who controls the rudder of a ship. Figuratively, a leader who steers an organisation or country through c...
大雁 dà yàn Wild goose; swan goose. A large migratory bird known for flying in V-formation.
迭起 dié qǐ To occur repeatedly in succession; to arise one after another; to happen in recurring waves.
定心丸 dìng xīn wán Reassurance; a source of comfort that removes anxiety or doubt. Literally a 'heart-steadying pill' — something that calms worries and ins...
导火索 dǎo huǒ suǒ A fuse used to ignite an explosive; figuratively, the immediate trigger or catalyst for a major event or conflict.
怠慢 dài màn To neglect; to treat someone with insufficient attention or hospitality; to be remiss toward a guest.
怠工 dài gōng Work slowdown; to deliberately reduce work output as a form of protest or labor action.
荡漾 dàng yàng To ripple or undulate (of water or sound); to surge or be filled with (of emotions). Describes gentle oscillating movement or emotion spr...
哆嗦 duō suo To tremble; to shiver; to quiver. Involuntary physical shaking caused by cold, fear, excitement, or illness.
打岔 dǎ chà To interrupt; to cut in; to change the subject. Describes the action of breaking into someone's speech or deliberately diverting a conver...
得意扬扬 dé yì yáng yáng Elated and triumphant; complacently pleased with oneself. Describes an exaggerated, often ostentatious display of pride or self-satisfact...
大大咧咧 dà da liē liē Carefree; casual; sloppy; careless. An adjective describing someone who is easy-going to the point of being inattentive to details.
对弈 duì yì To play chess against each other; specifically to engage in a game of Go (围棋) or Chinese chess (象棋) as opponents.
东张西望 dōng zhāng xī wàng To look around in all directions; to gaze about furtively or curiously. Describes someone who keeps turning their head to look here and t...
大腕儿 dà wànr Big shot; celebrity; heavyweight figure. A colloquial noun referring to a famous or influential person, especially in entertainment or bu...
多劳多得 duō láo duō dé The more you work, the more you earn; a principle that rewards and compensation should be proportional to the amount of effort or work co...
东奔西走 dōng bēn xī zǒu To rush about in all directions; to bustle around everywhere. Describes being constantly on the move, usually in pursuit of a goal or man...
大名鼎鼎 dà míng dǐng dǐng Famous; renowned; well-known. An idiom emphasizing that someone's name is widely recognized and respected.
大包大揽 dà bāo dà lǎn To take on everything; to take full charge; to shoulder all responsibilities. An idiom describing someone who assumes all duties without ...
大模大样 dà mú dà yàng Boldly; brazenly; without a care; in an ostentatious manner. An idiom describing someone acting openly and confidently, often inappropria...
打盹儿 dǎ dǔn er To doze; to take a nap; to nod off. A colloquial expression for light, brief sleeping, often unintentionally.